The day I graduated from high school, my father passed away. My mother remarried, leaving me with just 200 dollars, as if telling me to fend for myself.
My exam results came out, and the good news was that I got into a top university. The bad news was that I couldn't afford the tuition. Even if I could apply for a student loan, the living expenses were suffocating me.
Life and studies left me exhausted, feeling weak and inferior. I was bullied and insulted by those around me. I always kept to myself, avoiding others, with Sophie as my only friend.
With my withdrawn personality and depression, I became an outcast. My dorm mates and classmates isolated me and even bullied me.
During that time, I often sat on the rooftop, contemplating jumping off countless times.
It was Mason who sat beside me, brought me cake, listened to music with me, and let me vent about the frustrations of life...
Knowing I was struggling financially and had to take on part-time jobs, he quietly stayed by my side, walking with me through those difficult times.
When he learned I was being bullied, he didn't care about the mocking stares. He held my hand, letting everyone know that I had a friend.